Canon PIXMA MX470 Ink: PG-240XL / CL-241XL Cartridges | Castle Ink
Last Updated:The Canon PIXMA MX470 wireless office all-in-one printer uses Canon PG-240 / PG-240XL pigment black and CL-241 / CL-241XL tri-color ink cartridges. It also supports the PG-240XXL for the highest yields.
Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Approx. Yield |
|---|---|---|
| PG-240 | Pigment Black | ~180 pages |
| PG-240XL | Pigment Black | ~300 pages |
| PG-240XXL | Pigment Black | ~600 pages |
| CL-241 | Tri-Color (CMY) | ~180 pages |
| CL-241XL | Tri-Color (CMY) | ~400 pages |
The PG-240 / CL-241 cartridge family is also used by the Canon PIXMA MG2120, MG2220, MG3120, MG3220, MG3520, MG3620, MG4220, MX372, MX392, MX432, MX452, MX472, MX512, MX522, and MX532 series printers.
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How to Replace Ink in the Canon PIXMA MX470
- Power on the printer and open the front cover; the print head holder will move to the center.
- Press down on the empty cartridge to release the lock and lift it out.
- Remove the new cartridge from packaging and peel off the orange protective tape.
- Insert the new cartridge at a slight angle and press up until it clicks.
- Close the front cover; the MX470 will initialize the print head.
Troubleshooting Tips
Cartridge not recognized: Remove the cartridge, wipe the gold contacts with a dry lint-free cloth, and reseat firmly.
Streaky or faded prints: Run Print Head Cleaning from the Setup menu under Maintenance.
Fax/scan issues: The MX470 has fax and ADF; ensure cartridges are properly installed before fax operations.
Low ink warnings: Compatible cartridges may display ink-level warnings; printing continues normally.
Official Canon Resources
Canon PIXMA MX470 Support · Canon Genuine Ink
Bottom Line
The Canon PIXMA MX470 uses PG-240 pigment black and CL-241 tri-color cartridges with XL and XXL options. Castle Ink compatibles cost up to 70% less than Canon OEM — shop PG-240 / CL-241 ink now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many cartridges does the MX470 use? Two — PG-240 pigment black and CL-241 tri-color.
Q: What's the difference between XL and XXL? PG-240XXL prints roughly 2x more pages than XL for the best value.
Q: Does the MX470 fax? Yes — it includes fax and 20-sheet ADF for office use.
Q: Are Castle Ink compatibles safe? Yes, engineered to OEM specs with a satisfaction warranty.
Q: Can I mix XL and standard? Yes — any combination of PG-240/XL/XXL with CL-241/XL is supported.
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